Lenovo 6209, 3063, 3285, 6138, 7347, 7639, 8854, 9728, 8494, 75717628 Creating and using rescue media

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Attention: If you restore the hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or restore the hard disk drive to the factory contents, all files on the primary hard disk drive partition (usually drive C) will be deleted in the recovery process. If possible, make copies of important files. If you are unable to start the Windows operating system, you can use the Rescue files feature in the Rescue and Recovery workspace to copy files from your hard disk drive to other media.

To start the Rescue and Recovery workspace, do the following:

1.Turn off your computer.

2.Restart your computer.

3.Repeatedly press and release the F11 key.

4.When you hear beeps or see a logo screen, release the F11 key.

5.If you set a Rescue and Recovery password, type your password when prompted. The Rescue and Recovery workspace opens after a short delay.

Note: If the Rescue and Recovery workspace fails to open, see “Solving recovery problems” on page 57.

6.Do one of the of the following:

v To rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup, click Rescue files; then, follow the instructions on the screen.

vTo restore your hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or to restore your hard disk drive to the factory contents, click Restore your system; then follow the instructions on the screen.

vFor information about other features of the Rescue and Recovery workspace, click Help.

Notes:

1.After restoring a hard disk drive to the original factory contents, you might have to reinstall device drivers for some devices. See “Recovering or installing device drivers” on page 56.

2.Some computers come with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works preinstalled. If you need to recover or reinstall your Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works applications, you must use the Microsoft Office CD or Microsoft Works CD. These CDs are provided only with computers that come with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works preinstalled.

Creating and using rescue media

Rescue media such as a CD, DVD, or USB hard disk drive enables you to recover from failures that prevent you from gaining access to the Rescue and Recovery workspace on your hard disk drive.

Note: The recovery operations you can perform using rescue media vary depending on the operating system. The rescue disc can be started in any type of CD drive or DVD drive. Rescue media also contains a PC-Doctor diagnostics program, which enables you to run diagnostics from the rescue media.

To create rescue media, do the following:

1.Click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Create Recovery Media.

2.In the Rescue Media area, select the type of rescue media you want to create. You can create rescue media using a CD, DVD, USB hard disk drive, or a secondary internal hard disk drive.

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Contents Page Page ThinkCentre User Guide Page Contents Iv User Guide Important safety information Vi User Guide Features Product overviewConnectivity Power Specifications EnvironmentSoftware overview Software provided with your Windows operating systemPC-Doctor for Windows PE Locations Locating connectors on the front of your computer Front connector locationsLocating connectors on the rear of your computer Rear connector locationsConnector Description Locating components Component locationsLocating parts on the system board Shows the location of the parts on the system boardUser Guide Handling static-sensitive devices Installing options and replacing hardwareInstalling options and replacing hardware Installing external options Removing the computer coverRemoving and installing the front bezel Removing the computer coverInstalling internal options Installing or replacing an adapter cardOpening the adapter card latch What to do next Installing or replacing a memory module Installing internal drives Installing options and replacing hardware Shows the location of the drive bays Installing a drive in bay 1 or bay Installing the retainer Connecting a Sata drive Replacing the battery Removing the old batteryReplacing the power supply assembly Removing the retaining screws for the power supply assemblyReplacing the heat sink and fan assembly Removing the heat sink and fan assembly Replacing the primary hard disk drive Removing the primary hard disk driveInstalling the primary hard disk drive into the bracket Replacing the secondary hard disk drive Removing the secondary hard disk drive Installing the secondary hard disk drive into the bracket Installing the secondary hard disk drive and drive cage Replacing the optical driveRemoving the optical drive Replacing the diskette drive Removing the diskette driveRetainer for diskette drive Replacing the front fan assembly Removing the front fan assemblyReplacing the rear fan assembly Installing the front fan assemblyRemoving the rear fan assembly Installing the rear fan assembly Replacing the internal speakerRemoving the old internal speaker Keyboard connectors Replacing the keyboardCompleting the parts replacement Replacing the mouseInstalling security features Reinstalling the computer coverIntegrated cable lock Integrated cable lockPadlock Password protectionErasing lost or forgotten passwords clearing Cmos Installing options and replacing hardware User Guide Recovery information Creating and using Product Recovery discsPerforming backup and recovery operations Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace Creating and using rescue media Creating and using a Recovery Repair diskette To use rescue media, do one of the followingRecovering or installing device drivers Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence Solving recovery problemsUser Guide Viewing and changing settings Using the Setup UtilityStarting the Setup Utility program Using passwordsPrivileged Access Password Password considerationsPower-On Password Hard Disk User PasswordSelecting a temporary startup device Enabling or disabling a deviceSelecting a startup device Selecting or changing the startup device sequence Advanced settingsExiting from the Setup Utility program Updating system programs Using system programsUpdating flashing Bios from a disc Updating flashing Bios from your operating system Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failureUpdating system programs User Guide Troubleshooting and diagnostics Basic troubleshootingSymptom Action PC-Doctor for Windows PE Diagnostic programsLenovo System Toolbox Optical mouse Cleaning the mousePC-Doctor for DOS Non-optical mouse User Guide Online Books folder Getting information, help, and serviceInformation resources ThinkVantage Productivity CenterLenovo Welcome Access HelpSafety and Warranty Calling for service Help and serviceUsing the documentation and diagnostic programs Using other services Purchasing additional servicesAppendix. Notices Television output notice TrademarksIndex CRUPage Settings User Guide Page Part Number 53Y9906

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